John Pluym is the managing editor for NFL and golf content at Sports Illustrated. A sports history buff, he joined SI in April 2022 after having spent 10 years at ESPN overseeing NFL coverage. Pluym has won several awards throughout his career, including honors from the Society of News Design and Associated Press Sports Editors. As a native Minnesotan, he enjoys spending time on his boat and playing golf.
U.S. Open Day 3 Winners and Losers: Bryson DeChambeau Is the Man to Beat
Bryson DeChambeau leads by three shots, but he'll face several challengers on Sunday at Pinehurst.
Golf
U.S. Open Fact or Fiction: Bryson DeChambeau Would Be the Most Popular Winner
Move over, Rory: Our panel debates if DeChambeau is the new fan favorite, Tiger Woods's preparation and more.
Golf
U.S. Open Round 2 Winners and Losers: Ludvig Aberg Grabs 36-Hole Lead at Pinehurst
Aberg is playing in his first U.S. Open, but that stat hardly seems to matter. Plus, Dustin Johnson and Tiger Woods head home early.
Golf
Round 1 Fact or Fiction: Pinehurst Proves It's the Best Course in U.S. Open Rotation
The SI Golf staff debates Pinehurst No. 2's mettle, whether it will have a first-time major champion this week and if that winner will hit double-digits under par.
Golf
Winners and Losers From U.S. Open Round 1: Rory McIlroy Fires Bogey-Free 65
Rory McIlroy shares the lead with Patrick Cantlay, but they weren't the only players who should feel great (or not-so-great) after the opening round at the 2024 U.S. Open.
Golf
U.S. Open 2024 Predictions: Our Staff Picks a Winner at Pinehurst No. 2
One player stands above all others in the North Carolina sandhills, but he's not a unanimous choice to win the 124th U.S. Open.
Golf
Fact or Fiction: Dustin Johnson No Longer Deserves Special Exemptions to Majors
The SI Golf staff debates whether Dustin Johnson’s game is still major-worthy, if driver test results should be public and if Quail Hollow should get another PGA soon.
Golf
PGA Championship Fact or Fiction: Schauffele Will Win More Majors, Hovland's the Best Without One
The SI Golf staff reviews the final round of the PGA Championship and debates whether Valhalla will get another major.